May 2008 New Toys — Audio & CD

Rock of All Ages by DADDY A GO GO

The 12-track record about modern family life is sung by a father with the help of his two children. The rock record includes songs about everything from vacation tips to teaching kids the value of money to teaching kids about growing up. “This CD starts with a lyrical reference to Chuck Berry in the song ‘Rock of Ages’ and ends with a Chuck Berry, “John Boydston of Daddy A Go Go told TDmonthly. “What other kids CD released this decade can say that?” Launch date: March 13, 2008. 3/12/2008 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Samson and Delilah Read-Along Storybook with included CD-ROM by PC Treasures, Inc.

Samson is the strongest man in Israel...as long as he doesn’t cut his hair. But with the evil Philistines closing in, should the great warrior trust the beautiful young woman to whom he’s given his heart?

 3/11/2008 (Price: $4.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Jonah and the Whale Read-Along Storybook with included CD-ROM by PC Treasures, Inc.

When God asks him to embark on an important mission, the headstrong Jonah has other ideas that lead him from the port of Tarshish to the belly of a whale. Is Jonah’s faith strong enough to get him out of this mess.

 3/11/2008 (Price: $4.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

David and Goliath Read-Along Storybook with included CD-ROM by PC Treasures, Inc.

Brave young David faces the fiercest warrior of his time, the wicked giant Goliath, armed with a simple slingshot and his unyielding faith in God.

 3/11/2008 (Price: $4.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Noah's Ark Read-Along Storybook with included CD-ROM by PC Treasures, Inc.

Ever-faithful Noah is given an important task by God—build an ark and save the animals from the impending flood. With the animals aboard and the rain beginning, Noah witnesses the awesome power of God, and the great depths of His merciful heart.

 3/11/2008 (Price: $4.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dixieland Jazz for Children by WIGGLE WORM RECORDS

Multi-award-winning New Orleans singer/songwriter and children’s musician Johnette Downing, staying true to her Louisiana roots, joins forces with Jimmy LaRocca and the Original Dixieland Jazz Band on "Dixieland Jazz for Children." The recording gives Johnette the opportunity to share with children all over the world music that provided the soundscape for her own childhood. "Johnette Downing brings the spicy flavors of her home state to all her recordings," Elizabeth Waldman Frazier of Waldmania PR told TDmonthly. "It was Johnette’s idea to update Dixieland jazz, fusing it with her own lyrics and new melodies." Launch date: May 6, 2008. 2/29/2008 (Price: $15.99)

Multiplication Sensation by JANDIE JAMS MUSIC LLC

The CD and book set helps kids practice their multiplication skills. The CD features catchy songs recorded by live musicians, and is accompanied by a book full of comic-book style illustrations for each of the numbers — or characters — on the CD. Launch date: July 2008. ( Watch Video) 2/21/2008 (Price: $16.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

I'm Growing by GEE, SPOT! RECORDS

This 15-track CD features artist Gunnar Madsen in a collection of family-style music that touches on classic, calypso and upbeat styles, with doses of silliness throughout. The CD comes with 16 pages of liner notes with lyrics and comments from the artist. “Gunnar Madsen offers an unusual take on growing up that will appeal to parents as much as the kids. Specialty retailers will appreciate the musicianship and humor of these tunes, which make a great soundtrack for customers to enjoy while shopping,” Beth Blenz-Clucas of Sugar Mountain PR told TDmonthly. Launch date: March 2008. 2/18/2008 (Price: $14.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Baby Loves Hip Hop by THE VERVE MUSIC GROUP

The record is both a book and Broadway show in one, featuring the collaborative efforts of Prince Paul, Ursula Rucker, Chris Rock, Dave and Pos of De La Soul and much more. The CD follows five best dinosaur friends on a musical adventure as they teach key life lessons and have fun at the same time. Launch date: April 1, 2008. 2/15/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Lullabies and Wildflowers by VELOUR MUSIC GROUP

World-renowned singer and actress Melissa Errico has assembled an eclectic group of songs that reflect the exhilaration, exhaustion, surrender and connection that a mother feels from the first moment of revelation through the many late nights of rocking and nursing her child. Errico draws songs from both contemporary composers and traditional children’s melodies. Launch date: May 13, 2008. 2/12/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

So Smart! Sleepytime by SO SMART! PRODUCTIONS

This classical music CD of songs performing by leading orchestras is designed to help little ones drift off to sweet sleep. It received the Early Childhood News Directors Choice Award. 2/12/2008 (Price: $12.98)